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Danielle DeSiato

Freelance Editor, Kitchen & Appliances

Danielle is a seasoned culinary media professional with 25 years of combined experience in communications, recipe development, product consulting, and consumer reviews.

She especially loves to share her extensive knowledge about how to make life in the kitchen easier and more fun. For Reviewed, Danielle has covered everything from the best cookware sets to the best meal kits, and the best hack for perfect smoothies in a hurry.

Danielle was also an Associate Editor and Test Cook at America’s Test Kitchen where she contributed to 12 cookbooks including "Pressure Cooker Perfection," "Foolproof Preserving," and the The New York Times best-selling "How Can It Be Gluten-Free Cookbook." She also led photo shoots, helped test kitchen equipment, and worked behind the scenes of ATK's two Emmy-nominated TV shows.

At GBH, Danielle wrote and edited local food stories, recipes, and restaurant reviews. When not in the kitchen testing everything from kitchen knives to small appliances, Danielle can be found running after her two boys, running stairs with November Project, and of course, eating to fuel all of that activity. Follow her adventures at @dmdesiato.

Articles & Reviews by Danielle DeSiato

Shop these Reviewed-approved kitchen gifts for home cooks

Shop Reviewed-approved cookware, appliances, kitchen tools, and more.

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Reviewed's best kitchen and cooking gadgets of 2026

These are the best gadgets from the year.

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Reviewed's best large appliances of 2026

These are the best appliances we saw in the past year.

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Are washer-dryer combos worth buying in 2026?

Modern washer-dryer combos can genuinely dry clothes now, thanks to heat-pump tech and better sensors. They save space and skip the wet-load transfer, but can't run multiple loads at once and often take longer than separate machines. Whether one's worth it depends on your household size and priorities.

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Should you buy a double oven range? The pros and cons

Two ovens sound better than one, but here's what you actually give up.

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Do you need a range hood? Here’s why kitchen ventilation matters

A range hood does more than clear cooking odors—it helps remove smoke, grease, and airborne particles that build up while cooking, regardless of whether you use gas, electric, or induction. This guide breaks down how range hoods work, the difference between vented and recirculating systems, how to think about CFM ratings, and which hood style fits different kitchen layouts.

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30- vs. 36-inch ranges: Which size is right for your kitchen?

A 30-inch range fits most kitchens, budgets, and installations with ease. A 36-inch range offers more burners and cooking space, but costs more and may need extra ventilation. The right choice comes down to how you actually cook, not just how much room you have.

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The Best Meal Kit Delivery Services of 2026

HelloFresh, Blue Apron, and beyond—we tested the best of the best.

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